Horse Gram (Kulath)

Horse Gram (Kulath) Local Name: Gahat Botanical Name: Macrotyloma Uniflorum Grown over a wide range of soils, Horse Gram or Kulath/Gahat as it is locally known, is a much preferred 'pulse' of Uttranchal. It is also renowned for its precieved medicinal properties - used for relief from arthritis and kidney stones. The whole grain is soaked then fried or boiled tomake dal or soup. It is grown at an altitude ranging from 1200-1800m above sea level. NUTRITIONAL CONSTITUENTS (per 100gms) Water: 12.0 gms Protein: 43.3 gms Fat: 19.25 gms Carbohydrates: 20.9 gms Fiber: 3.7 gm Calcium: 240 gms Phosphorus: 690 mg Iron: 11.5 gms Vitamin A & B